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How to deal with stress

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Everyone experiences stress, which is a typical human reaction. The human body is actually built such that it can experience stress and respond to it. Your body responds physically and psychologically to changes or challenges (stressors). Stress can help us stay awake, motivated, and prepared to avert danger.  For instance,  if you have a big test coming up, your body may work harder and stay awake longer as a result of a stress response. But when stresses persist without relief or rest periods, stress becomes an issue. T he body during stress?  Long-term (chronic) stress results in ongoing activation of the stress response, which wears down the body over time. Symptoms emerge that are behavioural, emotional, and physical. Physical symptoms of stress include: Aches and pains. Chest pain or a feeling like your heart is racing. Exhaustion or trouble sleeping. dizziness or shaking. Muscle tension or jaw clenching. Emotional and mental symptoms brought on by stress include: E...

Meditation and its Types

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Meditation: In a demanding society when our senses are frequently dulled, meditation gives space for relaxation and increased awareness.  According to research, meditation could be able to provide longer-lasting stress  reduction.  Meditation techniques Some of the most well known techniques for meditating include the following examples:   1. Mindfulness of loving-kindness Loving-kindness Metta meditation is another name for meditation. Its objective is to foster a mindset of love and kindness toward everyone and everything, even one's adversaries and stressors. Those who are impacted by:   l anger\frustration l resentment l interpersonal disagreement   2. Body scan or gradual unwinding Progressive relaxation is a type of meditation that encourages people to scan their b...